Seclusion & Splendor: An Artisan Estate On California's Central Coast

Tucked into the Coastal Hills above Los Osos and Morro Bay along California’s Central Coast, where the land meets the ocean, this distinctive estate offers a rare blend of architectural character, privacy, and coastal access.

Set above Los Osos and designed in 1990 in the Old World European tradition, the custom build unfolds across eleven rooms and more than 5,200 square feet, balancing scale and warmth with light-filled living spaces throughout. Arched doorways, hand-crafted details, and warm natural materials - red cedar barrel ceilings, red oak paneling, chiseled-edge travertine floors, and imported green marble — create a sense of timeless character rarely found on the Central Coast. Crystal and hand-blown chandeliers, hand-painted murals, and custom ceiling work make each room distinct, while views open from nearly every window.

Set high on a hill with sweeping outlooks and complete privacy, the home offers multiple living areas, a chef’s kitchen, dedicated wine storage, and a sauna, with seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Two private decks capture views toward Morro Rock and Estero Bay, while terraced gardens evoke the feel of a private resort.

A self-contained upper-level suite with its own kitchenette and bath once served as headquarters for the previous owner’s business, and offers equal potential as a private retreat for clients, a creative studio, or a quiet home office. The property conveys with an active business license, ideal for entrepreneurs seeking a refined live-work environment.

A private gate opens directly into Montaña de Oro State Park, placing miles of coastal trails, and protected open land within easy reach. Ideally positioned between San Francisco and Los Angeles, the estate offers a unique blend of accessibility and seclusion: worlds away in feel, yet close to everything.
By day, the home reflects the relaxed rhythm of coastal California living. By night, softly illuminated interiors and private terraces create an atmosphere both romantic and serene.

The residence has been meticulously restored to preserve its original character while fully upgrading its major systems: a remodeled master bath in green marble and custom travertine, tile and mosaics replacing carpet throughout, renovated bedrooms and baths, and an updated kitchen. Roofing, Electrical and plumbing have been updated for code compliance. Outside, the grounds have been transformed with new iron fencing, an updated irrigation system, extensive stone and slate hardscaping, drought-tolerant landscaping, and new plantings. The property sits on an 18,000-square-foot (0.41-acre) lot with a three-car garage, electric vehicle charger, with additional lower parking.

This is more than a typical home — it is a destination. A rare opportunity to own a private coastal estate, live and work from it, or operate a boutique retreat, in one of California’s most naturally preserved regions.

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